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Municipalities intensify food safety inspections ahead of Eid Al-Adha

Published: 05 Jun 2025 - 10:20 am | Last Updated: 05 Jun 2025 - 10:34 am
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The Peninsula

Doha, Qatar: As part of nationwide preparations for Eid Al-Adha, Qatari municipalities have ramped up food safety efforts to ensure public health and food quality during the festive period.

Umm Salal Municipality, through its Health Control Section under the Municipal Control Department, carried out a targeted inspection and awareness campaign across traditional kitchens in its jurisdiction. The initiative aimed to verify compliance with health regulations and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

The campaign focused on enhancing the quality of food services by ensuring proper food preparation and adherence to approved health guidelines. Additionally, it sought to educate food handlers on safe food handling practices, reinforcing the Ministry of Municipality’s commitment to improving health monitoring and raising awareness among workers in food establishments. These efforts contribute to the delivery of safe food and a healthier environment for consumers.

Meanwhile, Al Wakrah Municipality intensified its food safety operations by conducting 4,196 field inspection visits to food establishments within its administrative boundaries during May.